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William “Bill”

A DEMOCRAT YOU SHOULD GET TO KNOW IN 2018...

McLeod:

“I truly believe every VOTER is Important, I am asking for YOUR VOTE to be the next Judge for Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 4.”

...EVERY VOTE MATTERS!

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...Also, don’t forget that Democratic Gubernatorial hopefuls Andrew White and Lupe Valdez will face off on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 in the Democratic Party Primary Runoff Election. Early voting will begin on Monday, May 14, 2018 and end on Friday, May 18, 2018.

Andrew White

Lupe Valdez

- SHARON M. BURNEY VALUES EVERY VOTER -

Sharon Burney

Democrat Sharon M. Burney is asking for your vote in the Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Party Primary Runoff Race for Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 7, Place 2

www.ElectSharonBurney.com Political Ad Paid for By Committee To Elect Sharon Burney, Justice Of The Peace.

- THE ‘SHOW ME CITY’ IS ON THE MOVE IN 2018 -

INSIDE: The State of Missouri City, Texas

MAYOR ALLEN OWEN: “In the City’s 62 years of incorporation, we have come a long way, and we still have a long way to go just like all cities across our great nation. On the horizon here at home, our team will continue to maintain its focus on economic development initiatives, technology upgrades, the budget, improvement and expansion of infrastructure, management of the first-class amenities, community outreach and citizen collaborations.”

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“Germaine Tanner is running for Judge, 311th Judicial District Court on Tuesday, November 6, 2018” ©

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“Beau Miller is running for Judge, 190th Judicial District Court on Tuesday, November 6, 2018”

“Ronnisha Bowman is running for Judge, Harris County Criminal Court at Law #2 on November 6, 2018”

“Scot “Dolli” Dollinger is running for Judge,189th Judicial District Court on Tuesday, November 6, 2018” ©

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“Erica Hughes is running for Judge, Harris County Criminal Court at Law #3 on Tuesday, November 6, 2018”

“Dedra Davis is running for Judge, 270th Judicial District Court on Tuesday, November 6, 2018”

“Sandra J. Peake is running for Judge, 257th Judicial District Court on Tuesday, November 6, 2018”

“Sedrick T. Walker II is running for Judge, Harris County Criminal Court at Law #11 on November 6, 2018”

“Shannon Baldwin is running for Judge, Harris County Criminal Court at Law #4 on November 6, 2018.”

www.aubreyrtaylor.blogspot.com AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “Please don’t forget that Mayor Allen Owen will be up for Re-Election on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 in Missouri City, Texas.”

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A MAN ON A MISSION

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “As publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper, I would like to Congratulate William “Bill” McLeod on receiving the support and coveted endorsement from his Pastor, Harvey M. Walker.”

William “Bill” McLeod: “I truly believe every VOTER is Important, I am asking for YOUR VOTE to be the next Judge for Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 4.”

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Harris County Has Never Seen Anything Like William “Bill” McLeod’s Precinct Ground Game

ANALYSIS BY AUBREY R. TAYLOR

If you’ve never heard of William “Bill” McLeod before – now you have! This 2018 Democratic candidate running for Harris County Civil Court at Law #4 is a man on a mission. Sure, he wants to become a judge, but that’s not what has caught my attention and has caused Bill to stick out in my mind – it’s the vision he’s conceptualized that’s geared at providing an organized way for Precinct Chairs, Captains, Community Leaders, Activist, Volunteers, and Candidates to meet, engage, mobilize, and work together for positive change. His goal is lofty but achievable. And the great news for Bill is that it’s already starting to catch on in Harris County, Texas.

MAKING CHANGE FROM THE BOTTOM UP

Bill a proud Democrat, who at first glance just appears to be running a conventional campaign. BUT when I dug into his story his campaign is being built on volunteerism, activism and connecting all of the ground players together, which has a much greater upside. Bill is not just running for a judicial bench that covers all of Harris

County. In my opinion, Bill is transforming the process and the importance of the ground game, mobilizing Precinct Chairs, Volunteers and Activists in our communities to be up front and center working together. In my opinion, these groups are the ones who are making victories possible. Bill is not just building teams throughout Harris County to move voters to the polls he is building an army of Democrats, who will be transformed into Generational Voters.

WILLIAM “Bill” McLEOD 2018 AND BEYOND...

Bill is not looking in any rear-view mirror to see how Harris County Polities works. He is full steam ahead with his skilled volunteer team focused on 2018. They have scheduled (9) nine “PRECINCT GROUND GAME” #PGG, EVENTS all across Harris County scheduled to happen before the 2018 General Election, on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Imagine being afforded the opportunity to spend (5) hours with this workforce nine times across Harris County, who are making the difference at the polls! In my opinion, the opportunity to build and cultivate lasting relationships that will empower an “army” of people to get out into the streets, door

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knocking across Harris County bringing information to thousands of Democratic homes that are craving for knowledge, that will be quenched by a door hanging bag.

Now imagine, the pride these “EMPOWERED VOLUNTEERS” are going to experience as they see their fruits of the Labor realized at the PGG watch party on ELECTION NIGHT, Tuesday, Nov 6, 2018.

CONGRATULATIONS BILL ...Again, we would like to congratulate William “Bill” McLeod for receiving the “COVETED ENDORSEMENT’ from his Pastor Harvey M. Walker.

Harvey M. Walker

Pastor, Crossing Community Church

WILLIAM “BILL” MCLEOD IS ENCOURAGING YOU TO VOTE IN THE TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2018 DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY FOR HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS

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2018 Key Runoff Election Candidates

ANALYSIS BY AUBREY R. TAYLOR

There’s a lot of talk about Texas being a red state floating around. Sure, traditionally that has been the case. But after the historic showing put on display by Texas Democrats on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 reasonable minds would have to agree that the aforementioned distinction could possibly be on the verge of becoming a hue of a different shade in the very near future – if Democrats have anything to say about it in the fall. But Tuesday, November 6, 2018, the day when Democratic hopefuls and Republican hopefuls are set to face off is still a little way off. Before we get there, we must first take care of a little unfinished inter-party business. So, let’s not forget about Tuesday, May 22, 2018 a day when Democrats and Republicans who failed to capture a majority of the vote back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 must square off once more against their fellow inter-party rival in hopes of earning the “HIGHLY COVETED DISTINCTION” of “PARTY NOMINEE” for the Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Midterm Election!

IMPORTANT RUNOFF ELECTION DATES

In case you don’t know, Monday, April 23, 2018 is the last day to register to vote in the Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Runoff Election in Texas. The first day of early voting is on Monday, May 14, 2018; and the last day to vote early in the Runoff Election is on Friday, May 18, 2018 – so don’t forget to vote early.

daunting task of identifying “THE BEST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES” who value, respect, and appreciate “OUR” vote on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 in the Democratic Party Primary for Harris County, Texas.

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 7 – DEMOCRATIC RUNOFF

In the race for United States Representative for the 7th Congressional District of Texas, Lizzie Pannill Fletcher and Laura Moser are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 10 – DEMOCRATIC RUNOFF

KEY DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RUNOFF ELECTION RACES

Please be reminded that Houston Business Connections Newspaper© has discontinued the process of issuing endorsements in political contests. However, as publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper and Magazine I remain committed to informing, empowering and arming our readership with the pertinent information they need to identify the “BEST-QUALIFIED” candidates who value, respect, and appreciate our vote and support. So, with this stated goal in mind, we will endeavor to do our very best to assist our readers with the oftentimes

In the race for United States Representative for the 10th Congressional District of Texas, Tawana Walter-Cadien and Mike Siegel are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

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UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 22 – DEMOCRATIC RUNOFF

In the race for United States Representative for the 22nd Congressional District of Texas, Sri Preston Kulkarni and Letitia Plummer are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

GOVERNOR OF TEXAS – DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RUNOFF ELECTION

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STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 133 – DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RUNOFF

In the race for Texas State Representative for House District 133, Sandra G. Moore and Marty Schexnayder are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. Early voting starts on May 14, 2018.

HARRIS COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK – DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RUNOFF

In the race for Governor of Texas, Lupe Valdez and Andrew White are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

In the race for District Clerk for Harris County, Texas, Marilyn Burgess and Roslyn “Rozzy” Shorter are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on May 22, 2018.

In the race for Texas State Senator for District 17, Fran Watson and Rita Lucido are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

In the race for County Clerk for Harris County, Texas, Diane Trautman and Gayle Young Mitchell are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on May 22, 2018.

TEXAS STATE SENATOR, DISTRICT 17 – HARRIS COUNTY CLERK – DEMOCRATIC DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RUNOFF PARTY PRIMARY RUNOFF ELECTION

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HARRIS COUNTY TREASURER – 2018 JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, PRECINCT 7, DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RUNOFF PLACE 2 – DEMOCRATIC RUNOFF

In the race for County Treasurer for Harris County, Texas, Cosme Garcia and Dylan Osborne are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

Early voting will begin on Monday, May 14, 2018.

In the race for Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 7, Place 2, Sharon M. Burney and Cheryl Elliott Thornton are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. Don’t forget to vote early.

In the race for Harris County School Trustee, Position 3, At-Large, Josh Wallenstein and Richard Cantu are set to face off for the Democratic nomination on May 22, 2018.

In the race for United States Representative for the 2nd Congressional District of Texas, Kevin Roberts and Dan Crenshaw are set to face off for the Republican nomination.

In the race for Harris County School Trustee, Position 6, Precinct 1, Danyahel (Danny) Norris and Prince E. Bryant, II are set to face off for the Democratic nomination.

In the race for United States Representative for the 29th Congressional District of Texas, Phillip Aronoff and Carmen Maria Montiel are facing off in the Republican runoff.

COUNTY SCHOOL TRUSTEE, POSITION 3 UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, AT LARGE – DEMOCRATIC RUNOFF DISTRICT 2 – REPUBLICAN RUNOFF

COUNTY SCHOOL TRUSTEE, POSITION 6, UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE, PRECINCT 1 – DEMOCRATIC RUNOFF DISTRICT 29 – REPUBLICAN RUNOFF

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DISTRICT JUDGE 295TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT – REPUBLICAN RUNOFF

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JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, PRECINCT 5, PLACE 2 – REPUBLICAN RUNOFF

In the race for Judge, 295th District Court in Harris County, Michelle Fraga and Richard Risinger are set to face off for the Republican nomination on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

In the race for Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 5, Place 2, Jeff Williams and Mike Wolfe are set to face off for the Republican nomination.

First day to apply for a ballot by mail using Application for a Ballot

by Mail (ABBM) or Federal Postcard Application (FPCA)

Monday, January 1, 2018* *First day to file does not move because of New Year’s Day holiday. An “Annual ABBM” or FPCA for a January or February 2018 election may be filed earlier, but not earlier than the 60th day before the date of the January or February election.

Deadlines for the May 22, 2018 – Primary Runoff Election

Last Day to Register to Vote

Monday, April 23, 2018

First Day of Early Voting

Monday, May 14, 2018

Last Day to Apply by Mail (Received, not Postmarked) Last Day of Early Voting

Last Day to Receive Ballot by Mail

HEY, YOU HAVE RIGHTS!

As a registered voter in Texas, you have the right to: A ballot with written instructions on how to cast a ballot.

Ask the polling place official for instructions on how to cast a ballot (but not suggestions on how to vote).

Cast your vote in secret and free from intimidation.

Receive up to two more ballots if you make a mistake while marking the ballot.

Bring an interpreter to assist you as you qualify to vote if you do not understand the English language.

Help to cast your ballot if you cannot write, see the ballot, or understand the language in which it is written.

Report a possible voting rights abuse to the Secretary of State (1.800.252.8683) or to your local election official.

Cast a provisional ballot if your name does not appear on the list of registered voters.

(1) Cast a provisional ballot (a) if you do not possess one of the seven (7) acceptable forms of photo identification, which, if you are under 70, is not expired for more than four years, and you can reasonably obtain one of these

Friday, May 11, 2018

Friday, May 18, 2018

Tuesday, May 22, 2018 (Election Day) at 7:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is not postmarked, OR Wednesday, May 23, 2018 (next business day after Election Day) at 5:00 p.m. if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7:00 p.m. at the location of the election on Election Day (unless overseas or military voter deadlines apply)⁴ forms of identification or (b) if you possess, but did not bring to the polling place, one of the seven forms of acceptable photo identification, which, if you are under 70, is not expired for more than four years, or (c) if you do not possess one of the seven forms of acceptable photo identification, which, if you are under 70, is not expired for more than four years, you could otherwise not reasonably obtain one, but you did not bring a supporting form of identification to the polling place, and (2) the right to present one of the acceptable forms of photo identification, which, if you are under 70, is not expired for more than four years, or, if you do not possess and cannot reasonably obtain an acceptable form of photo identification, the right to execute a reasonable impediment declaration and present one of the supporting forms of identification, to the county voter registrar’s office, within six (6) calendar days after election day, or, if applicable, qualify for a temporary (natural disaster or religious objection to being photographed) or permanent (disability) exemption, within six (6) calendar days of election day, at the county voter registrar’s office.

Vote once at any early voting location during the early voting period within the territory conducting the election.

File an administrative complaint with the Secretary of State concerning violations of federal and state voting procedures.

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CARROLL SPEAKS! BLACK TO BLUE IN TEXAS 2

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By Carroll G. Robinson

If Democrats are going to turn Texas Blue in November, they will need strong Black voter turnout and right now there is nothing driving that turnout.

During the March Democratic Primary and May Run-Off, no statewide Democratic candidate invested significant financial resources with Black media - Radio, Newspapers, or cable stations such as BET, OWN or TV ONE to introduce themselves and share their policy positions and commitments with Black Texans. That was a mistake.

Statewide Democratic candidates need to start introducing themselves broadly to the Black community now.

Waiting until the Fall is going to be too late. There is just not enough time between Labor Day (Monday, September 3, 2018) and the start of Early Voting (Monday, October 22, 2018), by mail and in person, to have voters get to know a candidate and their policy positions, especially when the candidates are being attacked in negative ads on TV, radio, in the mail and by autocalls and emails.

For Democratic candidates, reaching out to Black voters now and caring about the issues of importance to the Black community across Texas is not pandering; it's the right thing to do. It leads to good public policy and it's good politics.

To generate strong Black voter turnout

(and avoid a drop-off) in November, the Texas Democratic Party and Beto O'Rourke are going to have to invest in promoting the Black Women candidates running statewide and the Black candidates running for Congress, the Texas Legislature and county offices across our state.

Black voters, like many other voters, are going to need more than just being against Trump to turnout in record num-

bers in November.

Beto and all the Democratic candidates for Congress should do a group 60 second TV commercial built on the message that electing a Texas Democratic Congressional Delegation would be electing candidates that look like and represent the interests, issues and concerns of all of us in Texas.

Black voters must know that their

issues and concerns are being addressed and that they, their communities and the candidates of their choice are being "respected, included and invested in."

The Texas Democratic Party slogan for 2018 and moving forward should be "Making Texas Better...for All of Us."

ANALYSIS BY AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “On Tuesday, November 6, 2018, Democrat Beto O'Rourke will square off against Republican United States Senator Ted Cruz in Texas. In case you don’t remember, back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 in the Republican Party Primary for Texas, Senator Ted Cruz received 1,322,724 votes running against (4) four other fellow Republicans. In the Democratic Party Primary back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018, Democrat Beto O’Rourke received 644,632 votes against (2) two fellow Democratic opponents.”

CARROLL G. ROBINSON: “Black voters, like many other voters, are going to need more than just being against Trump to turnout in record numbers in November.”

CARROLL G. ROBINSON: “Beto and all the Democratic candidates for Congress should do a group 60 second TV commercial built on the message that electing a Texas Democratic Congressional Delegation would be electing candidates that look like and represent the interests, issues and concerns of all of us in Texas.”

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “Please keep in mind that “NO” Democrat has won a statewide political race in Texas since the 1994 Gubernatorial Election.”

EVERY VOTE MATTERS!

State of Texas Turnout and Voter Registration Figures (1970-current) 2018 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Republican

2017 - November (Constitutional)

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

15,249,541 19,900,980 76.63% 1,549,573 10.16% 7.79%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Percent of Turnout to VAP

15,099,137 19,502,633 77.42% 877,603 5.81% 4.50%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

15,249,541 19,900,980 76.63% 1,068,463 7.01% 5.37%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Percent of Turnout to VAP

15,101,087 19,307,355 78.21% 8,969,226 59.39% 46.45%

2018 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Democratic

2016 - November (Presidential)

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“The turnout numbers above clearly show that far too many Texans are electing to not take part in the political process in the Lone Star State.”

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RUNOFF ANALYSIS BY AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “On Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Lizzie Pannill Fletcher will face off against Laura Moser in the race for United States Congress for the 7th Congressional District of Texas. HOW SHE MADE THE RUNOFF: Lizzie Pannill Fletcher made the runoff by finishing first in a field of (7) seven candidates. THE TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2018 DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RESULTS: Joshua A.Butler 1,253 (3.77%), James Cargas 651 (1.96%), Lizzie Pannill Fletcher 9,768 (29.36%), Laura Moser 8,099 (24.34%), Ivan Sanchez 1,895 (5.69%), Alex Triantaphyllis 5,234 (15.73%), and Jason Westin 6,375 (19.16%).”

State of Texas Turnout and Voter Registration Figures (1970-current) 2016 - Primary Runoff, May (Presidential) Republican

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Percent of Turnout to VAP

14,238,436 19,307,355 73.75% 376,387 2.64% 1.95%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Percent of Turnout to VAP

14,238,436 19,307,355 73.75% 186,912 1.31% 0.97%

2016 - Primary Runoff, May (Presidential) Democratic

2016 - Primary, March (Presidential) Republican

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Percent of Turnout to VAP

14,238,436 19,307,355 73.75% 2,836,488 19.92% 14.69%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Percent of Turnout to VAP

14,238,436 19,307,355 73.75% 1,435,895 10.08% 7.44%

2016 - Primary, March (Presidential) Democratic

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “Please keep in mind that “NO” Democrat has won a statewide political race in Texas since the 1994 Gubernatorial Election.”

2015 - November (Constitutional)

2012 - November (Presidential)

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,988,920 19,110,272 73.20% 1,585,845 11.34% 8.30%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,646,226 18,279,737 74.65% 7,993,851 58.58% 43.73%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Percent of Turnout to VAP

14,025,441 18,915,297 74.15% 4,727,208 33.70% 24.99%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,065,425 18,279,737 71.47% 1,111,938 8.51% 6.08%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,601,324 18,915,297 71.91% 752,780 5.53% 3.98%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,065,425 18,279,737 71.47% 236,305 1.81% 1.29%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,601,324 18,915,297 71.91% 201,283 1.48% 1.06%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,065,425 18,279,737 71.47% 1,449,477 11.09% 7.93%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,601,324 18,915,297 71.91% 1,358,074 9.98% 7.18%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,065,425 18,279,737 71.47% 590,164 4.52% 3.23%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,601,324 18,915,297 71.91% 560,033 4.12% 2.96%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,841,808 18,279,737 70.25% 690,052 5.37% 3.77%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,445,285 18,710,830 71.86% 1,149,337 8.55% 6.14%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,269,233 18,789,238 71.00% 4,979,870 38.00% 27.00%

2014 - November (Gubernatorial)

2014 - Primary Runoff, May (Gubernatorial) Republican

2014 - Primary Runoff, May (Gubernatorial) Democratic

2014 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Republican

2014 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Democratic

2013 - November (Constitutional)

2012 - Primary Runoff, July (Presidential) Republican

2012 - Primary Runoff, July (Presidential) Democratic

2012 - Primary, May (Presidential) Republican

2012 - Primary, May (Presidential) Democratic

2011 - November (Constitutional)

2010 - November (Gubernatorial)

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EVERY VOTE MATTERS!

RUNOFF ANALYSIS BY AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “On Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Laura Moser will face off against Lizzie Pannill Fletcher in the race for United States Congress for the 7th Congressional District of Texas. HOW SHE MADE THE RUNOFF: Laura Moser made the runoff by finishing second behind Lizzie Pannill Fletcher in a field of (7) seven candidates. THE TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2018 DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RESULTS: Joshua A.Butler 1,253 (3.77%), James Cargas 651 (1.96%), Lizzie Pannill Fletcher 9,768 (29.36%), Laura Moser 8,099 (24.34%), Ivan Sanchez 1,895 (5.69%), Alex Triantaphyllis 5,234 (15.73%), and Jason Westin 6,375 (19.16%).”

State of Texas Turnout and Voter Registration Figures (1970-current) 2010 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Republican

2009 - November (Constitutional)

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,023,358 18,789,238 69.31% 1,484,542 11.4% 8.0%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,952,562 18,362,951 70.53% 1,058,986 8.18% 5.77%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,023,358 18,789,238 69.31% 680,548 5.2% 3.6%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,575,062 17,735,442 76.54% 8,077,795 59.50% 45.55%

2010 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Democratic

2008 - November (Presidential)

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “Please keep in mind that “NO” Democrat has won a statewide political race in Texas since the 1994 Gubernatorial Election.”

2008 - Primary, March (Presidential) Republican

2004 - General, November (Presidential)

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,752,417 17,735,442 71.90% 1,362,322 10.68% 7.68%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,098,329 16,071,153 81.50% 7,410,765 56.57% 46.11%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,752,417 17,735,442 71.90% 2,874,986 22.54% 16.21%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,264,663 16,071,153 76.31% 687,615 5.60% 4.27%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,587,501 17,352,424 72.54 1,096,410 8.71% 6.31%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,264,663 16,071,153 76.3% 839,231 6.84% 5.22%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

13,074,279 16,636,742 78.58% 4,399,068 33.64% 26.44%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,041,793 15,790,838 76.25% 1,470,443 12.21% 9.31%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,722,671 16,636,742 76.47% 655,919 5.15% 3.94%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,563,459 15,514,289 80.97% 4,553,979 36.24% 29.35%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,722,671 16,636,742 76.47% 508,602 3.99% 3.05%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,218,164 15,514,289 78.75% 622,423 5.09% 4.01%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,577,545 16,351,396 76.92% 2,260,695 17.97% 13.82%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,218,164 15,514,289 78.75% 1,003,388 8.21% 6.46%

2008 - Primary, March (Presidential) Democratic

2007 - Special, November (Constitutional)

2006 - November (Gubernatorial)

2006 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Republican

2006 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Democratic

2005 - Special, November (Constitutional)

2004 - Primary, March (Presidential) Republican

2004 - Primary, March (Presidential) Democratic

2003 - Special, September (Constitutional)

2002 - General, November (Gubernatorial)

2002 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Republican

2002 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Democratic

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RUNOFF ANALYSIS BY AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “On Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Mike Siegel will face off against Tawana WalterCadien in the race for United States Congress for the 10th Congressional District of Texas. HOW HE MADE THE RUNOFF: Mike Siegel made the runoff by finishing first in a field of (7) seven candidates. THE TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2018 DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RESULTS: Richard DeGrow 302 (0.78%), Madeline K. Eden 5,532 (14.27%), Matt Harris 2,838 (7.32%), Kevin Nelson 1,597 (4.12%), Mike Siegel 15,511 (40.00%), Tami Walker 6,033 (15.56%), and Tawana Walter-Cadien 6,963 (17.96%).”

State of Texas Turnout and Voter Registration Figures (1970-current) 2001 - Special, November (Constitutional)

2000 - Primary Runoff Republican

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,066,242 14,965,061 80.62% 834,846 6.91% 5.57%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

11,612,761 14,479,609 80.20% 224,472 1.93% 1.55%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

12,365,235 14,479,609 85.39% 6,407,637 51.81% 44.25%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

11,612,761 14,479,609 80.20% 245,350 2.11% 1.68%

2000 - General

2000 - Primary Runoff Democratic

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “Please keep in mind that “NO” Democrat has won a statewide political race in Texas since the 1994 Gubernatorial Election.”

2000 - Primary, March (Presidential) Republican

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

11,612,761 14,479,609 80.20% 1,126,757 9.70% 7.78%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

11,612,761 14,479,609 80.20% 786,890 6.78% 5.43%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

11,405,562 14,284,092 79.85% 956,303 8.38% 6.69%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

11,159,845 14,088,872 79.21% 596,839 5.35% 4.24%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

11,159,845 14,088,872 79.21% 664,532 5.95% 4.72%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

11,538,235 14,088,872 81.90% 3,738,078 32.40% 26.53%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

10,648,846 13,893,465 76.65% 739,141 6.94% 5.32%

2000 - Primary, March (Presidential) Democratic

1999 - Special, November (Constitutional)

1998 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Republican

1998 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Democratic

1998 - November General

1997 - Special, August (Constitutional)

1997 - Special, November (Constitutional)

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

11,066,181 13,893,465 79.65% 1,173,313 10.60% 8.45%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

9,698,506 13,698,284 70.80% 1,019,803 10.52% 7.44%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

9,698,506 13,698,284 70.80% 921,256 9.50% 6.73%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

9,698,506 13,698,284 70.80% 234,029 2.41% 1.71%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

9,698,506 13,698,284 70.80% 481,856 4.97% 3.52%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

10,540,678 13,698,284 76.95% 5,611,644 53.24% 40.97%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

9,401,119 13,320,323 70.58% 739,335 7.86% 5.55%

1996 - Primary, March (Presidential) Republican

1996 - Primary, March (Presidential) Democratic

1996 - Primary Runoff Republican

1996 - Primary Runoff Democratic

1996 - November General

1995 - November (Constitutional)

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RUNOFF ANALYSIS BY AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “On Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Tawana Walter-Cadien will face off against Mike Siegel in the race for United States Congress for the 10th Congressional District of Texas. HOW SHE MADE THE RUNOFF: Tawana WalterCadien made the runoff by finishing second behind Mike Siegel in a field of (7) seven candidates. THE TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2018 DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RESULTS: Richard DeGrow 302 (0.78%), Madeline K. Eden 5,532 (14.27%), Matt Harris 2,838 (7.32%), Kevin Nelson 1,597 (4.12%), Mike Siegel 15,511 (40.00%), Tami Walker 6,033 (15.56%), and Tawana Walter-Cadien 6,963 (17.96%).”

State of Texas Turnout and Voter Registration Figures (1970-current) 1994 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Republican

1994 - Primary Runoff Republican

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

9,041,906 13,075,135 69.15% 557,340 6.16% 4.26%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

9,041,906 13,075,135 69.15% 201,439 2.23% 1.54%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

9,041,906 13,075,135 69.15% 1,036,944 11.47% 7.93%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

9,041,906 13,075,135 69.15% 746,641 8.26% 5.71%

1994 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Democratic

1994 - Primary Runoff Democratic

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “Please keep in mind that “NO” Democrat has won a statewide political race in Texas since the 1994 Gubernatorial Election.”

1994 - General Election November

1991 - November (Constitutional Amendment)

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

8,641,848 13,075,135 66.09% 4,396,242 50.87% 33.62%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,829,350 12,721,331 61.55% 2,055,148 26.25% 16.16%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

8,555,749 13,111,971 65.25% 2,061,796 24.10% 15.72%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

8,285,307 12,526,224 66.14% 855,231 10.32% 6.83%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

8,555,749 13,111,971 65.25% 1,765,254 20.63% 13.46%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

8,285,307 12,526,224 66.14% 1,487,260 17.95% 11.87%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

8,869,159 13,111,971 67.64% 1,116,875 12.59% 8.52%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,701,449 12,526,224 61.48% 3,892,746 50.55% 31.08%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,986,219 12,916,937 61.83% 797,146 9.98% 6.17%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

8,192,240 12,395,782 66.09% 1,157,121 14.12% 9.33%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,986,219 12,916,937 61.83 1,482,075 18.56 11.47

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,757,502 12,239,280 63.38% 1,014,956 13.08% 8.29%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

8,439,874 12,916,937 65.34% 6,154,018 72.92% 47.64%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,757,502 12,239,280 63.38% 1,767,045 22.78% 14.44%

1993 - Special, May (Senatorial)

1993 - Runoff Special, June (Senatorial)

1993 - November (Constitutional Amendment)

1992 - Primary, March (Presidential) Republican

1992 - Primary, March (Presidential) Democratic

1992 - General Election, November

1990 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Republican

1990 - Primary, March (Gubernatorial) Democratic

1990 - General Election, November

1989 - November (Constitutional Amendment)

1988 - Primary, March (Presidential) Republican

1988 - Primary, March (Presidential) Democratic

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RUNOFF ANALYSIS BY AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “On Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Letitia Plummer will face off against Sri Preston Kulkarni in the race for United States Congress for the 22nd Congressional District of Texas. HOW SHE MADE THE RUNOFF: Letitia Plummer made the runoff by finishing second behind Sri Preston Kulkarni in a field of (5) five candidates. HERE ARE THE TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2018 DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RESULTS: Steve Brown 6,269 (20.98%), Mark Gibson 3,060 (10.24%), Margarita Ruiz Johnson 3,776 (12.64%), Sri Preston Kulkarni 9,515 (31.85%), and Letitia Plummer 7,258 (24.29%).”

State of Texas Turnout and Voter Registration Figures (1970-current) 1988 - General Election, November

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

8,201,856 12,239,280 67.01% 5,427,410 66.17% 44.34%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,340,638 12,056,634 60.88% 2,243,239 30.56% 18.61%

1987 - November (Constitutional Amendment Election)

1986 - Primary, May (Gubernatorial) Republican

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,951,368 11,847,825 67.11% 544,719 6.85% 4.60%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,951,368 11,847,825 67.11% 1,096,552 13.79% 9.26%

1986 - Primary, May (Gubernatorial) Democratic

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “Please keep in mind that “NO” Democrat has won a statewide political race in Texas since the 1994 Gubernatorial Election.”

1986 - General Election, November

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,287,173 11,847,825 61.51% 3,441,460 47.23% 29.05%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,942,831 11,613,066 68.40% 956,909 12.05% 8.24%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

6,859,334 11,352,126 60.42% 336,814 4.91% 2.97%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

6,859,334 11,352,126 60.42% 1,463,449 21.34% 12.89%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

7,900,167 11,352,126 69.59% 5,397,571 68.32% 47.55%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

6,511,134 11,065,220 58.84% 765,045 11.75% 6.91%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

6,093,632 10,699,706 56.95% 265,794 4.36% 2.48%

1985 - November (Constitutional Amendment Election)

1984 - Primary, May (Presidential) Republican

1984 - Primary, May (Presidential) Democratic

1984 - General Election, November

1983 - November (Constitutional Amendment Election)

1982 - Primary, May (Gubernatorial) Republican

1982 - Primary, May (Gubernatorial) Democratic

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

6,093,632 10,699,706 56.95% 1,318,663 21.64% 12.32%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

6,414,988 10,699,706 59.95% 3,191,091 49.74% 29.82%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

6,629,092 10,308,552 64.31% 832,266 12.55% 8.07%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,367,973 9,971,392 53.83% 526,769 9.81% 5.28%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,367,973 9,971,392 53.83% 1,377,767 25.67% 13.82%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

6,639,661 9,971,392 66.59% 4,541,637 68.40% 45.55%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,700,828 9,643,927 59.11% 444,377 7.79% 4.61%

1982 - General Election, November

1981 - November (Constitutional Amendment Election)

1980 - Primary, May (Presidential) Republican

1980 - Primary, May (Presidential) Democratic

1980 - General Election, November

1979 - November (Constitutional Amendment Election)

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RUNOFF ANALYSIS BY AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “On Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Sri Preston Kulkarni will face off against Letitia Plummer in the race for United States Congress for the 22nd Congressional District of Texas. HOW HE MADE THE RUNOFF: Sri Preston Kulkarni made the runoff by finishing first in a field of (5) five candidates. HERE ARE THE TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2018 DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY RESULTS: Steve Brown 6,269 (20.98%), Mark Gibson 3,060 (10.24%), Margarita Ruiz Johnson 3,776 (12.64%), Sri Preston Kulkarni 9,515 (31.85%), and Letitia Plummer 7,258 (24.29%).”

State of Texas Turnout and Voter Registration Figures (1970-current) 1978 - Primary, May (Gubernatorial) Republican

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,069,267 9,371,178 54.09% 158,403 3.12% 1.69%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,069,267 9,371,178 54.09% 1,812,896 35.76% 19.35%

1978 - Primary, May (Gubernatorial) Democratic

1978 - General Election, November

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,681,875 9,371,178 60.63% 2,369,764 41.71% 25.29%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,924,891 9,097,491 65.13% 565,516 9.54% 6.22%

1977 - November (Constitutional Amendment Election)

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “Please keep in mind that “NO” Democrat has won a statewide political race in Texas since the 1994 Gubernatorial Election.”

1976 - Primary, May (Presidential) Republican

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,370,593 8,824,677 60.86% 356,307 6.63% 4.04%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,370,593 8,824,677 60.86% 1,529,168 28.47% 17.33%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

6,281,149 8,824,677 71.18% 4,071,884 64.83% 46.14%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,348,393* 8,278,089 64.61% 69,101 1.29% 0.83%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,348,393* 8,278,089 64.61% 1,521,306 28.44% 18.38%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

5,348,393* 8,278,089 64.61% 1,654,984 30.94% 19.99%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

3,872,462* 7,731,571 50.09% 114,007 2.94% 1.47%

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1976 - General Election, November

1974 - Primary, May (Gubernatorial) Republican

1974 - Primary, May (Gubernatorial) Democratic

1974 - General Election, November

1972 - Primary, May (Presidential/Gubernatorial) Democrat

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

3,872,462* 7,731,571 50.09% 2,192,903 56.63% 28.36%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

3,872,462* 7,731,571 67.42% 3,471,281 66.59% 44.90%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

4,149,250* 7,185,274 57.75% 109,021 2.63% 1.52%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

4,149,250* 7,185,274 57.75% 1,011,300 24.37% 14.07%

Registered Voters Voting Age Population (VAP) Percentage of VAP Registered Turnout Percent of Turnout to Registered Voters Percent of Turnout to VAP

4,149,250* 7,185,274 57.75% 2,235,847 53.89% 31.12%

1972 - General Election, November

1970 - Primary, May (Gubernatorial) Republican

1970 - Primary, May (Gubernatorial) Democratic

1970 - General Election, November

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - JOSH WALLENSTEIN

Endorsed by the Houston Federation of Teachers and the Houston Chronicle!

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Josh is Endorsed by Allan Jamail SD6 Committeeman

Josh is Endorsed by Chair, Pam Spivey, PCT 357

Josh is Endorsed by Chair, Buddy Hooper, PCT 298

Help our kids and our public schools! Send Josh to the Board!

My kid Noah - and your kids – go to public schools. We owe it to them to give them the best education possible. That includes quality Head Start and after school programs, and well-funded school systems.

Of course, we know that public schools aren’t equal across the county. We also know that Texas has cut public school funding more than any other state (except Oklahoma). We should treat public schools as public infrastructure, and give our teachers and students the tools they need to succeed.

I am fighting to keep public school dollars in public school classrooms. That’s why I‘m running to be your County School Trustee on Harris County’s Board of Education (HCDE).

My platform is based on three simple pillars:

Children: instead of self-dealing and philosophical grandstanding, I’ll focus on the needs of our children.

Public Schools: as public education funding continues to be cut, and our cash-strapped school districts need help now more than ever. I’ll ensure that high quality teachers and services remain available across Harris County.

Josh is Endorsed by Chair, Sheryl Taylor, PCT 536

Josh is Endorsed by the Honorable Chris Bell

Josh is Endorsed by Chair, Kenneth Russell PCT 147

Taxpayers: I will work hard to minimize waste and maximize value, and find the most cost-effective services to support our kids and our schools in Harris County.

Three Reasons Why Josh Wallenstein Believes You Should Vote For Him I was originally drawn to this race because the HCDE is at risk of elimination, and because there is corruption at the Board level that I will root out and extricate. Briefly:

Due to a misguided understanding of taxation, there is a movement to eliminate the HCDE. I started testifying at public meetings in 2017 to ensure its retention, and will continue to fight…as a taxpayer, a father of a public school child, and your next Trustee. I will also ensure that our taxes are being wisely spent, and that operations continue efficiently and cost-effectively.

As a seasoned compliance attorney, I am disgusted by the blatant selfdealing of some members of the current Board of Trustees. I have fought for transparency and compliance with the Board’s own policies (and ethi-

cal norms) during public testimony at every Board meeting since September. I will continue to fight against corruption by our elected officials.

I have been endorsed by a variety of organizations.

I am most proud of fighting alongside the Houston Federation of Teachers, who have endorsed our race.

The AFL-CIO promotes me as their sole endorsed candidate for the HCDE. I am also grateful for the Houston Chronicle’s endorsement: “It’s always a heartening sign to see a candidate commit himself to the elected office prior to the election. Wallenstein, 42, has been attending department meetings since September and has already demonstrated his ability to incite action.”

Teachers support our race, and I am asking for your vote too! Vote for the interests of our most precious resources: our children! Send a fighter to the Board!

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Danyhel “Danny’ Norris for Harris County, School Trustee, Position 6, Precinct #1: ABOUT THE HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: Harris County Department of Education helps school districts in Harris county meet the needs of uniquely challenged learners, directly serving students at their schools or one of four HCDE-operated campuses across the county. HCDE provides its services for the 25 area school districts in Harris County at a lower cost to taxpayers than it would cost if the districts provided the services separately. ABOUT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES: The Board of Trustees acts to establish policies governing the operation of Harris County Department of Education.

As a governmental body, it can take action only by majority vote at a legally called public meeting. ABOUT POSITION 6: This precinct covers a large part of Harris County's interior, including parts of 3rd and 5th Wards, Acres Homes, Astrodome Area, Downtown, Hiram Clark, Humble, Independence Heights, Kashmere Gardens, Lake Houston, MacGregor, Medical Center, Midtown, Montrose, Museum District, Pleasantville, Sunnyside, South Main, South Park, Trinity Gardens, and a variety other important parts of Harris County.

RUNOFF ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, May 22, 2018

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Danny's Story

Danyahel (Danny) Norris was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Randolph and Stephanie Norris. At the age 11, his father's job relocated him from Chicago to Fort Worth, and as a result the family moved to Arlington, Texas.

Upon graduation from high school, Danny moved to Houston, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Houston. After graduation, he spent much of the next year teaching math at the high school and middle school level. After which, he enrolled at Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University, and received his Juris Doctor degree, and became a licensed attorney in the State of Texas and before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Danny later received a Masters of Library Science from the University of North Texas, and is the Associate Director of the Law Library and an Instructor of Legal Research at Thurgood Marshall School of Law on the campus of Texas Southern University.

He is a husband of more than a decade, and a father of two beautiful children, ages 10 and 7.

release of Nelson Mandela, to his various activities as a college student, to his current role working as a law school administrator and community leader, Danny has been continually engaged as advocate through an education.

Danny is a past president of both the Houston Lawyers Association and the African American Lawyers Section of the State Bar of Texas.

Danny has published several articles, on a variety of topics, including discrimination, politics, and a variety of other topics, both domestic, as well as international.

Notably, Danny and his 2010 law review article discussing gentrification in Hous-

ton's 3rd Ward was featured in the Houston Press in July 2011.

Danny is also a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., as well as a 2015 Fellow of the New Leaders Council.

The Lawyer

Danny has been licensed to practice law in Texas for more than 10 years and has been licensed to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office for almost 10 years. He primarily practices Intellectual Property law, which involves patents, trademarks, trade secrets and copyrights.

His law firm, Norris & Norris, Attorneys and Counselors at Law, is a partnership with his partner in life, his wife Davida Green-Norris. The law firm started as D. Green & Associates in 2005, after Davida was first licensed, and Danny served as her law clerk throughout his time in law school. In 2007, when Danny and Davida were married, and Danny became licensed to practice law in Texas, the firm became Norris & Norris, Attorneys and Counselors at Law. Over the years, Norris & Norris, has helped a variety of people and small businesses achieve their dreams, and move to the next level.

The Educator

Even though Danny has obtained a variety of degrees, his commitment to education has remained constant.

From his time as a Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Scholar, where he tutored fellow college students at the University of Houston, to his job as a teacher and tutor for math students after he graduated from undergrad, to his current role as an Associate Director and Instructor of Law at Thurgood Marshall School of Law on the campus of Texas Southern University, Danny has continued to focus on the education of those around him.

Danny has had the opportunity to watch his former students grow into excellent lawyers, business owners, politicians, and a variety of other upstanding members of the community.

The Community Advocate Danny has had the theme of education and community impact for the majority of his life. From his participation in his first protest at the age of 9 on the campus of the University of Illinois at Chicago for the

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - RICHARD CANTU

AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “On Tuesday, May 22, 2018 there will be a showdown between Richard Cantu and Josh Wallenstein to see which of these two Democrats will earn the right to face off against Mark Cowart on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 in the Midterm Election. In case you don’t remember, Richard Cantu, Josh Wallenstein, and Elvonte Patton were the (3) three candidates who faced off back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 in the Democratic Party Primary Race for County School Trustee for Position #3 At-Large. THE RESULTS: Richard Cantu was the first place finisher with 53,792 votes for 39.02% of the vote; Josh Wallenstein was the second place finisher with 42,425 votes for 30.78% of the vote; and Elvonte Patton was the third place finisher with 41,630 votes for 30.20% of the vote. In case you haven’t heard, Elvonte Patton has endorsed Richard Cantu in the Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Democratic Runoff.”

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Sharon Burney is Asking for Your Vote on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - ATTORNEY SHARON M. BURNEY

Houston, TX – Attorney Sharon M. Burney, candidate for the Harris County Justice of the Peace Democratic Primary Precinct 7, Place 2 seat received recent endorsements from the Houston Federation of Teachers and local AFL-CIO. Earning 31.92% of the votes in the March primary race against three other candidates, placed Attorney Burney in the primary runoff election to be held on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. The general election for the Texas local judges will be held on November 6, 2018.

With 24 years of service with the Houston Independent School District (HISD), 10 years as an attorney and many years of grassroots community outreach, Burney entered this race with a team of community supporters, volunteers, and endorsers.

Although her first run for political office, Sharon Burney is not new to politics. Prior to attending law school, she received a Masters degree in Future Studies from the University of Houston where she concentrated in political diversity. She also hosted a public relations radio show, which covered political topics and issues. A world traveler, Sharon Burney has traveled to numerous nations and participated as a delegate and speaker on future trends and culture.

As an educator at HISD, Burney co-created and admin-

istrated the Lighted Schoolhouse, a program for homeless and high risk youth. While there, she also worked as a facilitator with Riverside General Hospital in the drug prevention program. She left HISD to pursue a career in law and is a graduate of Thurgood Marshal School of Law. Upon passing the Texas Bar in 2007, she began private practice.

For Harris County Justice Of The Peace, Attorney Sharon Burney’s endorsements include:Baptist Ministers Association of Houston and Vicinity, local Communications Workers of America, Harris County Tejano Democrats, Texas Coalition of Black Democrats/Harris County Chapter along with the recent endorsements from the Houston Federation of Teachers and local AFL-CIO. The last day to register to vote in Texas for the May 22, 2018 primary runoff election is April 23, 2018. Early voting begins May 14, 2018 and ends May 18, 2018.

Prior to the runoff election, Texas also has a general election on May 5, 2018; last day to register for the general election is April 5, 2018.

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - COUNTY CLERK STAN STANART

Harris County Clerk Stan Stanart will face either Diane Trautman or Gayle Young Mitchell on November 6, 2018 PICTURED: Harris County Clerk Stan Stanart, Sonia Soto (Director of Community Relations Harris County Clerk's Office), and Harris County Judge Ed Emmett.

AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “Harris County Clerk Stan Stanart received 113,449 votes back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 in the race for Republican Party Primary race for Harris County Clerk. However, there were 42,349 “UNDER VOTES” in his race according to the “UNOFFICIAL” numbers released by the Harris County Clerk’s Office.”

MEET STAN STANART

Stan Stanart was elected Harris County Clerk on November 2, 2010 and reelected in November 2014 to a second term.

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tan has spent most of his professional career as an Engineer and being evolved in local politics to ensure a better future for our children and grandchildren. He was born, raised and educated in Oklahoma, but after graduating from Oklahoma State University with a B.S. in Electronic Engineering, Stan quickly moved to Texas. He has worked in the aerospace industry, the Central Test Facility for the International Space Station and managed technical development teams at Compaq Computer for Desktop Computer and Laptop computer development.

Before serving as your County Clerk, Stan was the

Associate Director for the Harris County Tax Office where he was responsible for over 600 computers and dozens of servers. Stan has used his technical skills and knowledge to bring innovation and many new efficiency to the County Clerk’s Office.

Stan is married to Gail Stanart, past President of Texas Tea Party Republican Woman, who is equally active in making Harris County a better place to live. Stan is the father of three grown sons; Derek, Michael and Matthew, and a grandfather to Daniel (5) and Elisa (2). He served as a Boy Scout Den leader and assistant Scout master for

his sons in their younger years.

As a grassroots activist, Stan has attended and served as a Delegate to every Republican Senatorial and State Convention since 1988.

Stan is a known leader across Harris County, in numerous Senate Districts and has served numerous times as Chairman of the Nominations Committee and Chairman of the Registration Committee for Senate District 7.

Stan has also served on the Republican Party of Texas Organizations and Nominations Committees.

Stan was elected by his State Delegate peers to serve as a Presidential Elector in the 2000 Electoral College and as a National Delegate to the 2016, 2012, 2008 and 2004 Republican National Conventions.

Stan served as President of Cherry Tree Republicans for 2005-2007. Cherry Tree is a conservative Republican Club in the Champions area of NW Harris County. His wife Gail served as President of Texas Tea Party Republican Women in 2007.

In addition, Stan served as the Executive Director of CLOUT (Citizens Lowering Our Unfair Taxes) for 3 years; supporting President Edd Hendee and the CLOUT membership.

Stan is a taxpayer, activist and leader. He desires to serve the voters and the residents of Harris County.

Stan will continue to represent you and make you proud. Please support and re-elect Stan Stanart for Harris County Clerk.

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “I am strongly encouraging all Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Democratic Party Primary voters in Harris County, Texas to learn as much as you can about Diane Trautman before you go to the polls to cast your vote in the race for Harris County Clerk. Diane Trautman made the “RUNOFF ELECTION” by finishing first in the balloting back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018. Here’s how the (3) three candidates in the “DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RACE FOR HARRIS COUNTY CLERK” finished: Diane Trautman finished with 61,879 votes for 44.26% of the vote; Gayle Young Mitchell finished with 56,523 votes for 40.43% of the vote; and Nat West finished with 21,417 votes for 15.32% of the vote. EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, May 14, 2018. EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, May 18, 2018.”

AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “I am also strongly encouraging all Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Democratic Party Primary voters in Harris County, Texas to learn as much as you can about Gayle Young Mitchell before you go to the polls to cast your vote in the race for Harris County Clerk. Gayle Young Mitchell was one of two African American candidates running for Harris County Clerk back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 in the Democratic Party Primary — the other was Nat West.Here’s how the (3) three candidates in the “DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RACE FOR HARRIS COUNTY CLERK” finished: Diane Trautman finished with 61,879 votes for 44.26% of the vote; Gayle Young Mitchell finished with 56,523 votes for 40.43% of the vote; and Nat West finished with 21,417 votes for 15.32% of the vote. EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, May 14, 2018. EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, May 18, 2018.”

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - DISTRICT CLERK CHRIS DANIEL

Harris County District Clerk Chris Daniel will face either Marilyn Burgess or Roslyn “Rozzy” Shorter on November 6, 2018 PICTURED: In 2012, Chris married Jennifer Barber, a CPA and Baylor graduate who grew up in Barber’s Hill, Texas. They have two amazing children, John and Amanda.

“Harris County District Clerk Chris Daniel received 112,331 votes back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 in the race for Harris County District Clerk. However, there were 43,467 “UNDER VOTES” in his race according to the “UNOFFICIAL” numbers released by the Harris County Clerk on Election Night!”

MEET CHRIS DANIEL

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hris Daniel, an engineer and attorney, has brought his energy, skills and training to the Harris County District Clerk’s Office. First elected to this office in 2010, he heads an office staffed by about 550 people and oversees a $36 million budget that has remained lean even as the county is putting the recession behind it. His office staffs 80 statutory courts and ten (10) specialty courts with clerks, maintains records for these courts and runs jury service. Chris knows that bridge-building and diplomacy skills are a great advantage as he works with scores of judges and county officials to improve court operations. Previously, Chris Daniel was elected to the Board for Lone Star College System.

In 2013, with Chris Daniel’s leadership, the office implemented a convenient passport application operation to assist the people of Harris County in applying for and renewing their passports. With such innovative thinking, Chris was re-elected to the Office in 2014.

In 2016, he opened four (4) satellite passport application operations to meet suburbanites’ needs. He partnered with the Harris County Library System to make the passport application services available in County libraries in Clear Lake, Humble, Spring/Tomball and Katy. There is now a passport application operation office in Pasadena.

Chris collaborated with the Harris County Sheriff’s Of-

fice, the District Attorney’s Office and judges to create eSubpoena, an efficient, electronic system that greatly reduces the time it takes to notify witnesses of their service.

The digitized system helped make the courts safer at the Harris County Criminal Justice Center. One person can now process the subpoenas, allowing three dozen deputies to remain in the courtrooms and help maintain courtroom security.

Chris has spearheaded efforts to warn the public about jury scams. He oversaw a multi-pronged public awareness campaign, featuring public service announcements on television and radio, radio PSAs in Spanish, posters on more than 900 Metro buses and news interviews with newspaper, TV and radio reporters.

Chris was born in Houston and grew up in Jersey Village and north of Acres Homes in Willowwood. His mother, Jolie, grew up on Curacao, an island off Venezuela that was part of the Netherlands Antilles. From his family, especially his mother, he learned to speak Dutch among other languages. His father was born in North Little Rock, Arkansas and came from a long line of farmers and ranchers.

After earning a mechanical engineering degree at the University of Texas at Austin, he first worked as a project manager at National Oilwell Varco. Furthering his engineering career, he moved on to KBR, where he was employed as a design engineer. While employed full-time, and while serving on the Board of Lone Star College (elected in 2006), he also enrolled in classes and graduated from South Texas College of Law, passing the bar in 2011.

In 2012, Chris married Jennifer Barber, a CPA and Baylor graduate who grew up in Barber’s Hill, Texas. They have two amazing children, John and Amanda. The Daniel family resides in Humble and they are active members of Second Baptist Church. Chris also attends Bible classes at Champion Forest Baptist Church. Chris and Jennifer, have many varied interests, including traveling and scuba diving.

An active Boy Scout, he went on to become an Eagle Scout. His pride in this achievement remains – his award decorated Scout’s shirt hangs in his office today and he serves on the Board for the Sam Houston Area Council. Chris Daniel is an ex-officio Director and a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. He is a member of the World Champion Barbecue Cook-off Committee and the Lamb and Goat Auction Committee.

CHRIS DANIEL

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BURGESS AND SHORTER - HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE

AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “I am strongly encouraging all Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Democratic Party Primary voters in Harris County, Texas to learn as much as you can about Marilyn Burgess before you go to the polls to cast your vote in the race for Harris County District Clerk.

Marilyn Burgess made the “RUNOFF ELECTION” by finishing first in the balloting back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018. Here’s how the (4) four candidates in the “DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RACE FOR HARRIS COUNTY CLERK” finished: Marilyn Burgess finished with 69,546 votes for 49.23% of the vote; Roslyn “Rozzy” Shorter finished with 33,083 votes for 23.42% of the vote; Kevin Howard finished with 21,487 votes for 15.21% of the vote; and Michael Jordan (not Hall-Of-Fame Basketball Player Michael Jordan) finished with 17,163 votes for 12.15% of the vote. EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, May 14, 2018. EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, May 18, 2018.”

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “I am also strongly encouraging all Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Democratic Party Primary voters in Harris County, Texas to learn as much as you can about Roslyn “Rozzy” Shorter before you go to the polls to cast your vote in the race for Harris County District Clerk. Roslyn “Rozzy” Shorter made the “RUNOFF ELECTION” by finishing second in the balloting back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 with another African American by the name of Kevin Howard in the race.

To be fair, both Shorter and Howard were also competing for votes against a candidate whom many minority voters believed to be someone he wasn’t.. Here’s how the (4) four candidates in the “DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY RACE FOR HARRIS COUNTY CLERK” finished: Marilyn Burgess finished with 69,546 votes for 49.23% of the vote; Roslyn “Rozzy” Shorter finished with 33,083 votes for 23.42% of the vote; Kevin Howard finished with 21,487 votes for 15.21% of the vote; and Michael Jordan (not Hall-Of-Fame Basketball Player Michael Jordan) finished with 17,163 votes for 12.15% of the vote. *THE ABOVE GRAPHICS ON THIS PARTICULAR PAGE ARE NOT PAID ADVERTISEMENTS AND SHOULD NOT BE DEEMED AS SUCH. HOWEVER, THESE GRAPHICS ARE BEING PUBLISHED AS PUBLIC INFORMATION TO HELP HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER READERS TO BETTER IDENTIFY THE CANDIDATES ON THE TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2018 BALLOT.

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - DIANE TRAUTMAN

“Trautman is the only candidate with both the political experience and professional resume to win this election and serve as an effective county clerk.”

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DIANE TRAUTMAN: “Thanks to State Representative Alma Allen for endorsing me in my Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Runoff Election for Harris County Clerk.”

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Vote for Experience. Vote for Diane Trautman, Democrat for Harris County Clerk.

• Doctorate degree in Educational Leadership from Sam Houston State University • 30 years of leadership experience in banking, education and county government Trust Asset Manager at Texas Commerce Bank

Office Manager in Energy Lending at First City National Bank

Principal at Conroe and Tomball ISDs

County School Trustee at Harris County Department of Education • Currently an elected trustee on Harris County Board of Education for the last 6 years where she voted to reduce property taxes for homeowners and improve educational programs like Head Start and After School Programs • Not only does she have the experience of running a countywide campaign, she also has the experience of winning a countywide campaign • Received 20 endorsements from Democratic clubs, unions, and community organizations

Let’s Make the Voting Process Simpler in Harris County.

Diane wants to make the voting process in Harris County simpler and more convenient for hard working families to have the time to exercise their most precious right, their right to vote. She also wants to provide easier access for online document retrieval of vital documents for free.

DON’T FORGET TO CAST YOUR VOTE FOR DIANE TRAUTMAN ON TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2018

EARLY VOTING PERIOD: Early voting begins on Monday, May 14, 2018 Early voting ends on Friday, May 18, 2018

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Diane Trautman is endorsed by: Houston Chronicle Harris County AFL-CIO Labor Assembly Houston GLBT Caucus Mexican American Bar Association Association of Women Attorneys IBEW #716 * Pipefitters #211 Area 5 Democrats * Plumbers #68 Communication Workers of America #6222

Bay Area New Democrats Harris County Tejano Democrats Texas Coalition of Black Democrats-Harris Houston Black American Democrats Harris County Young Democrats Houston Stonewall Young Democrats Greater Heights Democratic Club Bay Area Democratic Movement Texas Progressive Executive Council

DIANE TRAUTMAN FOR HARRIS COUNTY CLERK IS ALSO ENDORSED BY TOP IN THE DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY: The Texas Organizing Project (TOP) works to improve the lives of low-income and working class Texas families through community organizing, and civic and electoral engagement. TOP is a membership-based organization that conducts direct action organizing, grassroots lobbying and electoral organizing led by working families in Texas.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about the voting process

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1. What is a Primary Election? ANSWER: In Texas, primary elections are conducted by the major political parties to determine their nominees for a given elective office in advance of a general election.

2. Who is eligible to vote in a Primary Election in Harris County? ANSWER: Any person that is registered to vote in Harris County may vote in either the Republican Primary Election or the Democratic Primary Election (NOT both). In Texas, a person must register to vote 30 days before Election Day, if never registered to vote.

3. May a registered voter participate in a Primary Election Runoff even if the voter did not vote in the primary elections? ANSWER: Yes. It is not necessary to have voted in the Primary to vote in a Primary Runoff Election. However, during an election cycle, a voter that participated in a Primary Election may ONLY participate in the Primary Runoff Election of the Party in which the voter initially voted.

prohibited within the polling location. The taking of photographs is prohibited within the polling location.

14.Is electioneering allowed within the polling location? ANSWER: No. During the time a polling place is open for the conduct of voting, a person may not electioneer for or against any candidate, measure, or political party in or within 100 feet of an outside door through which a voter may enter the building or structure in which

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the polling place is located.

15. How does a voter know their vote was cast? ANSWER: The voting process is complete when the voter presses the red CAST BALLOT button and sees the waving American flag on the screen.

16.In Texas, does a voter have to register by/with a political party to vote? ANSWER: No.

When Are the Runoffs? ANSWER: Tuesday, May 22, 2018

4. What contests are on the Primary ballot? ANSWER: Typically, Federal, State and County contests appear on the Primary Election ballot. Political Parties may also offer nonbinding propositions.

5. Are candidates identified by political party on a Primary Election ballot? ANSWER: No. In a Primary Election, all candidates are affiliated with the same major political party.

6. Is straight party voting available on a Primary Election Ballot? ANSWER: Straight Party voting is the practice of choosing the Straight Party option on the ballot and by this means casting a vote for all candidates of the same political party. This option is NOT available on a Primary Election ballot.

7. Do voters need identification to vote in person?

ANSWER: Yes. Voters need to bring an approved form of identification to vote at the polling location. Voters can find a list of the approved forms of voting identification at http://www.harrisvotes.com/VotingInfo/AcceptableID.aspx?L=E.

8. What is a Declaration of Reasonable Impediment?

ANSWER: A Declaration of Reasonable Impediment is a document that eligible registered voters who do not possess an acceptable form of photo identification must complete and provide a supporting document to cast a regular ballot. http://www.harrisvotes.com/VotingInfo/AcceptableID.aspx?L=E. 9. What if a voter does not possess an acceptable form of voter identification? ANSWER: Voters who do not possess an acceptable form of photo ID or a supporting document have the option of voting via a Provisional Ballot. The Provisional Ballot must be cured within the 6 days following the election.

10. Can a person with disabilities vote at the poll?

ANSWER: Yes. Voting equipment allows disable voters to vote independently. Voters physically unable to enter the polling location may also request to be allowed to vote at the “curbside” outside the polling location. http://www.harrisvotes.com/VotingInfo/DisabledVoters.aspx?L=E.

11. Can a voter bring someone to the poll to assist with the voting process? ANSWER: Yes. On the voter's request, the voter may be assisted by any person selected by the voter other than the voter's employer, an agent of the voter's employer, or an officer or agent of a labor union to which the voter belongs.

12. What if a voter has a concern while in the process of voting? ANSWER: If a voter has a question while in the voting booth, the voter should press the HELP button on the eSlate and/or notify the Election Staff.

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13. What devices are prohibited inside the polling location? ANSWER: Wireless communication devices are

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Beau Miller

is fighting for fair access to the courts and a fair shake when you get there.

B

eau Miller knows that when judges don’t do their jobs effectively every day, the wheels of justice grind to a halt — and grind down hard working people with limited resources who are just trying to get their day in court.

Beau is an accomplished attorney with deep experience in complex litigation and a track record of promoting diversity in the legal profession.

He is the founder of a local nonprofit organization fighting to end the stigma of HIV. He is a former college band geek who stays involved with his alma mater to push for music and arts education.

And Beau is a thoughtful leader who has won fights to protect vulnerable children from abuse at school in civil rights cases against Texas school districts. When other institutions fail us, Beau knows the courts must always be the one place that delivers justice.

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“I’m running for judge to make sure everyone has fair access to the courts and a fair shake when they get there. Please join our campaign!” — Beau Miller

EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, October 22, 2018 EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, November 2, 2018

ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Cast Your Vote for Beau Miller on Election Day!

P O L . A D V. B E A U M I L L E R C A M PA I G N , I N V O L U N TA R Y C O M P L I A N C E W I T H T H E L I M I T S O F T H E J U D I C I A L C A M PA I G N FA I R N E S S A C T.

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Shannon Baldwin 2411 Emancipation Ave, Suite 202, Houston, Texas 77004

Shannon Baldwin has been practicing law for over 21 years. She is licensed to practice law in Georgia as well as Texas. She enjoyed a full service law firm in Atlanta, Georgia for four years before returning home to Texas. In Texas, Shannon opened her own successful law practice in 2003 and hasn’t looked back. Currently, she is a Partner at Baldwin Williams & Associates, PLLC. Presently, Shannon practices criminal defense. She is a former prosecutor, so she is well acquainted with both sides of criminal law. She has tried cases before a jury from the smallest traffic violations up to capital murder.

As a candidate for judge, she is very experienced and prepared to make tough decisions while seeking justice.

She will be firm yet compassionate.

Shannon joined the U.S. Army Reserves on September 23, 1987.

She was just 17 years old. She was a member of Reserve Officer Training Corps (R.O.T.C.) in high school as well as college. When she graduated from Sam Houston State University, she was commissioned as an officer, 2nd Lieutenant.

She earned a Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement and Police Science at Sam Houston State University. Shannon went on to graduate Cum Laude from John Marshall Law School in Atlanta, Georgia.

Shannon is married and a foster parent.

Essentially, Shannon has been a public servant for most of her life starting with serving her country at age 17.

At 19, she joined a community service organization where serving the community was its primary goal. She was the Social Action Chair for many years educating, organizing and participating in all aspects of politics and social justice. For years she participated as a lobbyist in Washington D.C. through her organization. She has also been a Harris County deputy voter registrar and participated in several voter registration drives. Shannon has voted in EVERY election in Harris County since 2009!

Shannon is running for Judge because she wants to restore faith in our justice system. Today our system is broken. Somehow, we’ve lost the original intent of our founding fathers.

SHANNON B. BALDWIN: “It will be my personal goal to bring dignity and diversity to the judicial bench. With your vote and support, I will serve you honorably.”

The U.S. Constitution gives EVERY citizen INALIENABLE rights! These rights are without condition. It seems some judges have forgotten that ALL CITIZENS are entitled to EVERYTHING the Constitution allows. Blatant disrespect for most accused citizens and some victims run rampant in the courthouse. The lack of respect and common courtesy for some citizens negatively affect them on a daily basis. Citizens are demeaned and humiliated unnecessarily. This cancer

within the courthouse has NOTHING to do with justice, it can only be connected with discrimination and bias.

Citizens are often judged based on their race, lack of money, status or connections. This unfair behavior has to stop.

“Fairness and justice are the norms for anyone wanting to be a judge. But I want to do more, it’s time we end the culture of blatant disrespect and lack of dignity coming from the bench. Every person, be it com-

plainant or accused citizen, that enters my court will know that their race, wealth or lack thereof, who they choose to love will have no bearing on their case. As I know it today, I am the only African American LGBT candidate running for judge in Harris County. And I welcome the responsibility that comes with that. As such, it will be my personal goal to bring dignity and diversity back to the judicial bench. With your vote and support, I will serve you honorably.” Shannon

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Judge Maria T. Jackson: 878,581

*Democratic Party Primary votes received statewide back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018.

Judge Sharon Keller: 674,889

*Republican Party Primary votes received statewide back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018.

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“I VALUE EVERY VOTE!”

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“As presiding Judge of Harris County Criminal Court No. 2, I will work to restore blind justice.

Justice is rooted in the principles of accountability, fairness, and truthfulness. Let us restore the People’s Court by casting your vote for Ronnisha Bowman.”

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EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, October 22, 2018 EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, November 2, 2018 ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, November 6, 2018

Meet Germaine

Seventeen years ago, Germaine J. Tanner began visiting inmates at jails in Harris County, Texas. The visits were on behalf of the Fatherhood Project through the Office of the Attorney General. She learned two things: Inmates who were fathers needed better legal advice so they could maintain relationships with their children. And she discovered she had a passion for helping families understand and navigate the legal system.

That experience while still a law student set the course for Tanner’s successful career in family law.

Tanner established her law office with a concentration in family law in 2003. She handles a wide range of family law issues including divorce with emphasis on complex property issues, child custody, child support, post-divorce modifications and enforcements, family law-related appeals, and mediations. She has been appointed as an amicus attorney, attorney ad litem, guardian ad litem, and special master.

Putting her legal expertise to work in the area of education, Tanner is also a Certified Hearing Examiner for the Texas Education Agency. In that role, she presides over due-process hearings involving educator employment contracts. She administers oaths of witnesses, rules on questions of evidence, and makes factual and legal determinations. She is responsible for issuing recommendations for the school district’s board of trustees to consider. This position is equivalent to that of an Administrative Law Judge.

Tanner has now handled over 500 family law cases. She regularly turns down opportunities to take on cases in other areas of law, because she is fully dedicated to work in family law.

Now, Germaine Tanner seeks to apply her passion, experience and skill in family law to serve Harris County as a Judge for the 311th Family District Court.

Her experience and career-long focus on family law equip her to serve the citizens of Harris County as Judge on day one.

“The moment I began helping incarcerated dads understand their legal rights regarding their children, was eye-opening. I saw the expressions on their faces. Here was information they should have known but didn’t have access to. It was rewarding, and I felt like I was giving back. From then on I knew family law would be the focus of my career.” — GERMAINE TANNER

Here are a few of Germaine’s Memberships and Affiliations State Bar of Texas Family Law Section

Harris County Democratic Lawyers Association

Annie’s List: Co-Chair, Houston Steering Committee Cypress Tomball Democrats: First Vice President

Harris County Democrats: Former Precinct 602 Chair

Harris County Democrats: Sustaining Member

State of Texas Democrats: Sustaining Member

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“Ms. Tanner has a great working relationship with the Office of the Attorney General. Her first priority is and always will be the safety and welfare of the children of Texas. As a single, working mother, Germaine Tanner knows first-hand the challenges, rights, and responsibilities of both raising a child and co-parenting successfully.” – SJ Whitaker, Attorney

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Forward-Thinking

Sedrick T. Walker II Plans to Bring an Even-Keeled Approach to Harris County Criminal Court at Law #11 Bench When Elected on Tuesday, November 6, 2018

MEET SEDRICK T. WALKER II

facebook.com/sedrickforjudge EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, October 22, 2018

After working tirelessly in the criminal courtrooms of Harris County for nearly ten years, Sedrick T. Walker is running to become your next judge of Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 11.

Sedrick will bring a reasonable and even-keeled approach to the bench and ensure that everyone entering the courtroom is treated with professionalism, dignity, and respect.

A Houston native, Sedrick graduated with honors from Texas A&M University in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science. While in college, he made the Dean’s List and was a recipient of the Texas A&M Political Science Excellence Scholarship. Sedrick also was a participant in the prestigious Ralph Bunche Summer Institute for emerging political science scholars at Duke University.

In 2006, Sedrick began his legal education at the University of Texas School of Law in Austin, Texas. Sedrick's focus towards criminal law began as a student attorney with the law school's Criminal Defense Clinic. The defense clinic gave students the opportunity to represent Austin-area residents charged with misdemeanor offenses who could not afford an attorney under the supervision of experienced criminal defense attorneys. Sedrick also completed an internship with the Travis County District Attorney's Office where he assisted veteran felony prosecutors.

After graduating from law school, Sedrick worked as a prosecutor at the Harris County District Attorney's Office from 2009 to 2012. During his time at the DA's office, Sedrick spent countless hours handling thousands of cases ranging from misdemeanors to 1st-degree felonies. His experience included working on every aspect of cases from the initial filing stage, gathering evidence, making grand jury presentations in felony cases, and ultimately the trial phase. As an Assistant DA, Sedrick was praised for his willingness to work long hours, fairness in negotiations with the defense bar, and a constant commitment to a prosecutor’s ultimate duty – to seek justice, not merely to convict.

Sedrick opened a private law practice in 2013 that primarily focuses on criminal defense. Most of his practice is devoted to representing and fighting for people who cannot otherwise afford to hire counsel. As a defense attorney, Sedrick gained an even greater insight into the impact of the criminal justice system on the daily lives of those accused and their families. Although in many instances the system assesses criminal cases with an assembly-line approach, Sedrick is a strong advocate for individualized justice. He believes fairness and equity are more likely to be achieved with a case-by-case analysis of the facts and the background of the individual standing before the court. On too many occasions, people are brought in and out of court proceedings without receiving the attention they rightly deserve.

Sedrick’s blend of legal experience and his infinite knowledge of the Harris County criminal court system makes him uniquely qualified to serve as Judge of County Criminal Court No. 11. He’s had a front-row seat for every major issue facing our criminal courts and will bring a fresh approach to a system in drastic need of change.

EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, November 2, 2018

ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, November 6, 2018

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309TH DISTRICT COURT

“I VALUE EVERY VOTE!” TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2018

HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - ATTORNEY ERICA HUGHES

ATTORNEY ERICA HUGHES: “I believe that justice is blind.

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2018 MIDTERM ELECTION Early Voting Begins: Monday, October 22, 2018 Early Voting Ends: November 2, 2018

ELECTION DAY:

JUSTICE

Tuesday, November 6, 2018

INTEGRITY

READY TO SERVE

“I’m asking for the vote of every open-minded registered voter in Harris County, Texas on November 6, 2018. ” —Erica Hughes, Democratic Candidate for Judge

Attorney Erica Hughes Has the Experience: Attorney- Licensed in Texas 2006 Solo Practice Judge Advocate- Captain United States Army National Guard Adjunct Faculty- San Jacinto College since 2010

Erica’s Memberships and Affiliations:

Higher Dimension Church San Jacinto College Association, Board Member Harris County Democratic Party, Sustaining Member Houston Black American Democrats, General Member Houston Alumni Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.- Member

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Attorney Erica Hughes is Endorsed by Chris Blauser and Lil KeKe in the race for Judge, Harris County Criminal Court At Law #3

“WE ARE THE PEOPLE!” “Chris Blauser is a paralegal student, as well as a server at The Cheesecake Factory here in Houston.

He's the president of the Paralegal Student Organization at San Jacinto College, and a member of the LGBTQ community. Thank you for your support Chris, and good luck this semester!” — Erica Hughes

“Lil KeKe da Don is an artist that has been central to the Houston area for years! In 2016 he received an award from President Obama for his community service. Thank you for inspiring us all with your humanitarian efforts and your artistic talent; and thank you for your support!”

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PEAKE

HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - ATTORNEY SANDRA PEAKE

QUALIFIED

EXPERIENCED

Sandra

FAIR

DEMOCRAT

For Judge, 257th

Family District Court “FAMILIES FIRST!”

EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, October 22, 2018 EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, November 2, 2018 ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, November 6, 2018

SANDRA J. PEAKE: “I have practiced before these Courts for more than 30 years and am sensitive to the unique issues that arise in family law cases. I believe the citizens of Harris County deserve consistent application of law, courtesy and fairness. I am up to the challenge of ensuring judicial excellence by ruling decisively and with impartiality.”

ABOUT SANDRA

Professional Memberships: State Bar of Texas, Houston Bar Association, Houston Lawyers Association, The Family Law Group

Licenses: State Bar of Texas, U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Northern Districts of Texas

Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence, University of Houston College of Law, B.S., University of Houston

Experience: 35 years private practice experience,certified mediator, past instructor, hearing examiner

Community: Blue Triangle Multi-Cultural Association, Delta Sigma Theta Public Service Sorority, Jack & Jill of America, Inc., Texas Spring Cypress Chapter, Links, Inc., volunteer and referral attorney

Personal and Family: Married to David G. Peake, two children, and one grandchild

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Licensed: State of Texas Licensed: Federal District Court Attorney Ad Litem Certified Mediator Instructor: Peer Mediation Member: Houston Bar Association Member: Road Women Founder, LISTEN AND EXCHANGE Guardian Ad Litem Member: League of Women Voters ACLU Member: Greater Houston Black Chamber Member: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc Member: Houston Lawyers Association

“Making Law and Order

EQUAL Justice.”

A few of Dedra Davis’ Endorsements

Transport Workers Union Texas Coalition of Black Democrats Tejano Democrats Area 5 Democrats Many Other Leaders “More than 30 years of Legal Experience.”

Facebook - DedraDavisForJudge Twitter - @DedraDavisWins

Instagram - @DedraDavisForJudge

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - ATTORNEY LATOSHA LEWIS PAYNE

Excellence in Law University of Texas School of Law Graduate

18-year civil trial experience in hundreds of cases, with multiple cases tried to jury verdict in Texas courts Promoted to Partner in 7.5 years at International law firm

American Bar Fellow, limited to 1% of licensed TX lawyers Texas Super Lawyer Rising Star every year from 2008 to 2014

2007 Outstanding Young Lawyer of the year, Houston Young Lawyers Assoc. *Only African-American in its history

Legacy of Service to the Community

Texas Executive Women, mentoring & scholarship program for high school girls - 2018 President Houston Lawyers Association (HLA) - Past President

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Houston - Former Board Member

Communities-In-Schools, Drop Out Prevention Program - Past Mentor 2014 Hainsworth Outstanding Service Award, HLA

Despite Harvey flooding of home, donated clothing/shoes to professional women & provided free office for displaced attorney

HERE’S A FEW OF MY KEY ENDORSEMENT: Houston Chronicle Harris County Labor Assembly AFL CIO (COPE) *DUAL Harris County Chapter, Texas Coalition of Black Democrats Our Revolution Houston Black American Democrats Harris County Tejano Democrats Texas Progressive Council Clear Lake And Webster Bar Association Area 5 Democrats *DUAL Bay Area New Democrats *DUAL

Works Hard for Justice

Provided over 1700 hours of free legal services 2017 Harris County Bench Bar Pro Bono Award-Small Firm

Election Protection Legal Volunteer for past 13 years

Founder/Member, Houston Diversity Report Card on Law Firm since 2007

Coordinated HLA legal team brief to TX Supreme Court re African-American woman denied right to serve on jury

Fun Facts

400 Meter Hurdles College Track Conference Champion and current volunteer youth hurdles coach Raised in Acres Homes and Cypress, Harris County, Texas Mom of three amazing kids

Cassandra

HOLLEMON for Judge

HARRIS COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT AT LAW #12

“Standing for Fair, Equal and Unbiased Justice for ALL.” ABOUT ME...

WHY I’M RUNNING...

I am an Attorney licensed in Texas

Fair Treatment for the Mentally Challenged

Texas Southern University -Elementary Education (Attended)

Ruling without Prejudice and Bias

I have been practicing law for over 22 years Houston Community College - Legal Assistant Technology - (AAS)

University of St. Thomas - Legal Studies - (BA)

South Texas College of Law - (JD) 1994

Seeking Truth Regardless of Ones Job or Title

Alternative Sentencing Terms that are Manageable and Purposeful

I am an Advocate for Fairness in the jury selection process

Adhere to the Laws of the United States and the State of Texas

DEMOCRATIC JUDICIAL CANDIDATE FOR HARRIS COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT AT LAW #12

Cassandra

HOLLEMON

EARLY VOTING BEGINS:

Monday, October 22, 2018

EARLY VOTING ENDS:

Friday, November 2, 2018

hollemonforjudge@gmail.com ELECTION DAY VOTING:

Tuesday, November 6, 2018

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - MAYOR ALLEN OWEN

2018 State of Missouri City Address by Mayor Allen Owen

Mayor Allen Owen, Missouri City Council Member Jerry Wyatt, and Karen Vannerson. Mayor Allen Owen will be running for re-election on Tuesday, November 6, 2018.

Good afternoon everyone, and welcome to our first-class Community Center. We’re excited to see all of you here in this revitalized events venue.

You know…I’m proud to say that the “Show Me City” is having another great year and we will share a number of our accomplishments in today’s presentation. But first, I would like to introduce my Council Members and City staff who are instrumental in those accomplishments. Can you all please stand.

Also, we are thankful for the generosity of our 2018 event sponsors: CenterPoint Energy, PGAL, Huitt Zollars, Johnson Development, Elissa Wedemeyer, WCA Waste Corporation, Allen Boone Humphries Robinson, LLP., Home Depot and Phoenix Design.

Thank you as well to the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce for your continued partnership.

And, now, we have a City video to showcase all of our achievements over the past year. Douglas, we’re ready.

Thank you. Thank you all. You know, each and every guest here today has contributed to the success that was just showcased. We recognize that your tireless commitment is why this region remains one of the fastest growing areas nationwide.

Before we move on, I would be remiss not to make one more acknowledgement. My wife, Jane, is also here today and I can tell you that without her selfless support there is no way I would have been able to serve the citizens for so long and so well. Thank you, too, Jane.

souri City. In fact, today, you’re sitting in a prime example of this prosperity. When you walked in, many of you had the opportunity to view our new Visitors Center. This facility is central to the City’s new tourism program and has technological innovations that will be critical to bringing visitors into the City for recreation programs, golf, staycations, great food, affordable shopping and more.

Across the City, development can be seen in every Council District. To the East, businesses continue to build in premier Lakeview Business Park. For instance, Rich’s Foods is planning to expand its footprint…AER a national manufacturing company continues to thrive…and LT Foods Americas, a global producer and distributor of authentic Basmati Rice opened their doors there last year is already planning to expand.

To the West, rooftops are being raised in new subdivisions, increasing homeownership and the resident population.

To the North, industrial expansion along the US 90A and Beltway 8 travel corridors remains a priority as developers competitively vie for commercial partners. On US 90A, Best Buy is building a 550,000-square-foot distribution center for large items ranging from major appliances to 4K televisions. We also welcomed the Texas Leaguer Brewing Company, FedEx, which is anticipated to bring more than 350 new jobs to the City, and Trammell Crow’s Park 8Ninety is attracting industrial tenants from across the country, and in 2017, we were excited to welcome partners such as electrical supply distributor Rexel, and global laboratory supplier VWR International, whose groundbreaking was featured in New York City’s Times Square.

tinues at a steady pace, reflecting the current pace that is adding investment to our community, resulting in a positive impact on the City’s tax base. Along Highway 6, the Fairfield Inn and Holiday Inn & Suites are under construction, and Tang City Plaza and iHOP are open for business.

It’s evident: Economic development continues to thrive citywide. And things are only looking positive moving forward. I am proud to announce that last week, City Council approved its first ever Economic Development Plan.

The City engaged Tip Strategies last year to assist in the creation of a strategic plan for the City’s economic development efforts. The resulting plan identifies a set of recommendations to position Missouri City for new business growth and investment. The plan includes an implementation matrix that outlines the actions, priorities and timeframes needed to execute the recommendations effectively.

In addition, this plan provides specific recommendations to facilitate development and redevelopment along three key corridors in the community: 1) Texas Parkway and Cartwright Road; 2) FM 1092; and 3) Fort Bend Parkway. The objective of these corridor-specific strategies is to better prepare the City to assist with, and encourage, investment in these corridors when market opportunities arise.

During the discovery phase of this planning process, the consulting team held more than two dozen interviews with civic leaders, local employers, real estate developers and brokers and other key stakeholders.

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The final plan was completed based on an assessment of relevant trends and characteristics that influence Missouri City’s economic potential. This assessment includes

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analyses of the City’s demographics, employment patterns, land use and real estate conditions, fiscal landscape and other qualitative and quantitative factors affecting Missouri City’s competitiveness.

Right now, my fellow Councilmembers and I are prioritizing which aspects of the plan we want City staff to implement first, and our next steps will be shared through all of our citizen communications tools.

Today, you join us for the first time ever in our newly renovated Community Center. Several years ago, we embarked on a complete renovation of both the interior and exterior of this facility. I want to personally thank jazz saxophonist Theresa Grayson, who performed on our new outdoor performance plaza, which the City completed earlier this year. Theresa, please stand and be recognized.

That new performance plaza has already been utilized during public events such as our annual Community Night Out. This area is intended as a public gathering space for our residents, visitors and outside travelers, and we hope all of you will return and enjoy this scenic plaza in the future.

more than $25 million to Texas Parkway. This is the largest single capital investment made on Texas Parkway in more than 20 years.

Only now in its first year of enrollment, the HCC campus has already launched some exciting innovative programs unique to the CETH campus, including the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program, a program for small businesses that links learning to action.

Through the program, our local Missouri City businesses will gain practical skills in topics such as negotiation, marketing and employee management that can immediately

be put into action. In addition, they will receive the tools and professional support they need to develop a strategic and customized business growth plan that will take their company to the next level.

Under construction next door is also the future Missouri City Library. On July 31, 2017, Fort Bend County began a $6.4 million-renovation of the existing campus, which was originally built in 1992. The current renovation and expan-

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Now, the Visitors Center is 100 percent funded by hotel occupancy tax revenue, which also accounts for our Tourism Manager, a position which we recently filled.

The Visitors Center and Community Center upgrades are part of a series of renovations under way at the complex.

The Visitors Center will further expand our branding and features a virtual assistant, go board, customized gobo design, conference room, and a revolving art showcase like the one you saw today.

The entire City Hall complex is currently being repainted with a fresh palette of colors, landscaping upgrades are being made around the complex and future plans are being finalized for the City Hall placemaking project, which will potentially include a children’s garden, art installations, water features and a Veterans’ Memorial.

One area Council and I have always concentrated on is transportation, and how all of our amenities, businesses and programs are accessible to all populations. Many of you may have noticed the METRO vehicle parked outside. We requested that this community connector bus be present today to announce that, in partnership and as a member of METRO, this fall a new transportation service will launch in Missouri City.

METRO’s Community Connector will bring personalized, curb-to-destination service. This on-demand service allows individuals to travel anywhere within a zone, seven days a week, and 14 hours a day all for $1.25. Connecting individuals to jobs, grocery stores, hotels, restaurants, the new HCC Missouri City Campus and METRO’s local bus network.

Right outside of this first-class facility is the epicenter of the development our City is experiencing. Right next door, where many of you actually parked today, is the new Houston Community College Center for Entrepreneurship, Technology and Health, which brings an investment of

POLICE CHIEF MIKE BEREZIN: “Proud to stand with our Missouri City Police Honor Guard and Mayor Allen Owen at the State of the City Luncheon this afternoon. Honor Guard for the event shown in the picture are Sergeant Daryl Smith, Officer Jessica Mireless and Officer Lewis Jefferson.”

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sion project will include a 9,600-square-foot, 3-story addition to the existing library. The additional space will be used for a computer lab, study rooms, and meeting spaces. We’re excited that our students at HCC will have a beautiful new library directly next door to utilize.

These close partnerships between the City, County and HCC serve as the catalyst for future growth and development along the Texas Parkway and Cartwright Road corridors. We’ve already had new businesses opened, including Discount Tire right across the street from this complex and a new Dollar Tree on Cartwright Road in the Quail Valley Shopping Center.

Previously, to attract reinvestment in existing property along Cartwright Road, Texas Parkway and portions of FM 1092, the City created an economic development incentive policy where we will rebate a portion of the new value that is created from the capital investment back to the owner-occupied facilities.

At our March 19 regular meeting, I’m pleased to announce that Council and I approved a resolution authorizing an economic development agreement between the City and a developer who has further planned improvements for the Quail Valley Shopping Center.

In 2017, City Council adopted the latest update of our Comprehensive Plan, which is designed as a framework for guiding future development, redevelopment and community enhancement in the City and its associated planning area over the next 20 years and beyond.

The Comprehensive Plan update and our new Economic Plan help us solidify a vision for the City’s future, something our staff has already made great strides recently to achieve.

To understand our success, I want to provide some metrics. For instance, a total of 10,410 permits were issued thus far this fiscal year with an estimated $219,127,342.91 in project value and $1,366,069.65 in permit fees.

We’re excited to see innovative new technology further streamline and expand the success of our permits division. For example, the Development Services and Innovation and Technology teams recently collaborated on the City’s conversion to a new Permitting software system, EnerGov, which is already improving efficiencies.

We have a commitment to remaining a scenic city, and that includes working with our commercial business partners to promote uniformity, which is why our team facilitated the adoption and update process of City Code of Ordinances regarding new standards for mobile food units, as well as window coverings for commercial store fronts.

Our Community Development Block Grant program continues to move forward with public outreach and working with regional partners to benefit citizens across the Fort Bend area. The City adopted a new policy for CDBG’s Housing Program to overhaul previous processes and to establish clear contractual procedures. The housing rehabilitation program is now more customer friendly, and project oversight is more manageable.

Through CDBG, staff completed the Hunters Glen Park Parking Lot & Lighting Project. This project enhances our park amenities by providing the installation of parking lot lighting and additional parking in Hunters Glen Park within a CDBG Target Area.

MAYOR ALLEN OWEN: “Our Community Development Block Grant program continues to move forward with public outreach and working with regional partners to benefit citizens across the Fort Bend area. The City adopted a new policy for CDBG’s Housing Program to overhaul previous processes and to establish clear contractual procedures.

The housing rehabilitation program is now more customer friendly, and project oversight is more manageable.” ing high maintenance surfaces, including Walking and Jogging Trail Improvements in Buffalo Run Park—within the Hunters Glen Park CDBG Target Area.

The City is also making strides with infrastructure improvements. In 2017-2018, maintenance was done on more than 90,000 square feet of streets and sidewalks citywide, including Trammel Fresno, Hurricane Lane and Gregory Boulevard. Currently, work is under way on Ashmont Drive, Adams Street, the Glenn Lakes Bridge, Trammel Fresno Widening and the Mustang Bayou Service Area Regional Lift Station Rehabilitation.

We are also in the design phase of the Independence Segments 1 and 2, Staffordshire Road, Waterfall Drive, Knight Road Extension, the Glenn Lakes Bridge over Oyster Creek Tributary and the Regional Water Treatment Plant – Phase II Expansion.

Corridor Enhancements are also under design. New monu-

ment and reader signs, landscape upgrades and other site work will be done at locations throughout the City including along the Texas Parkway/Cartwright Road corridors.

The current focus on innovation by our citizens, City Council, staff and stakeholders is critical to our ongoing transformation as one of the nation’s BEST places to raise a family, to visit, to build a business, and to work. We are also the only Platinum Scenic City in the region, which is evidenced by our pristine greenspaces and strict development regulations.

Throughout the past year, we reached new milestones across the board, and we faced challenges as a City unparalleled to any we’ve seen before.

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enforcement, internal/external communications, customer service, and finally, and emergency preparedness and response. The latter was most evident during and after Hurricane Harvey when team members from all departments worked tirelessly around-the-clock to safeguard the citizens and the City.

I’ll always remember what I said to City staff on that first day of activation. I knew that many of the team members in that room and out in the field were preparing to risk their own lives for our residents. They were leaving loved ones at home or saying goodbye as family was evacuating. Many of them knew that their own homes and property were about to possibly be destroyed. I said to everyone, “I love this City, and I hate to see something like this happen to it.”

While Harvey was something we could never have predicted, and while we were prepared for the worst, I am proud to say that the “Show Me City” team delivered the best. I want to acknowledge the countless team members, residents, stakeholders, commercial partners, public safety team members and volunteers who immediately stepped up to the plate to assist before, during and after this history-making storm that hit our City.

Every single team member exemplified our credo, “Together, We Excel,” and I have never been prouder to serve this City as Mayor.

During this seven-day rescue period, our public safety crews rescued more than 1,300 residents both inside our City limits and in our ETJ, and staff coordinated the use of City facilities as a resource during the disaster. Public Works staff were involved in planning and preparedness leading to the Hurricane Harvey event. The department’s engineering and GIS staff mapped out various inundation areas based on predicted river stages. These were used in preparing an evacuation and rescue plan based on predicted river scenarios.

The City Centre at Quail Valley housed more than 69 State Troopers for six nights and six National Guard Members for two nights. Many of the officers and guardsmen also used resources at the Recreation & Tennis Center during their local stay.

We still have a long road to recovery ahead of us. City officials and staff continue to collaborate with agencies and consultants in regards to Hurricane Harvey Recovery. In the past weeks, I was at several meetings discussing recovery efforts, housing needs, responses from other agencies such as the American Red Cross, how the flooding impacted the area and the timing of FEMA reimbursements for municipalities, citizens and businesses.

I was invited by Senator Ted Cruz to give testimony on Hurricane Harvey’s impact on the City with the Senate Commerce Committee. Also, I participated in a congressional hearing by the Homeland Security Committee on “Lessons Learned” regarding the hurricane. Congressman Al Green invited me to testify before the Committee to also discuss the effects of a major disaster on smaller cities. And, for our stewardship during the storm, the University of Houston Master in Public Administration Program recognized me as a 2018 Public Official of the Year.

I’m proud to say that the top-notch efforts of our first responders and front-line staff continue to receive praise from City Council, citizens and commercial partners, who showed an impressive amount of commitment to response in the days and months following Hurricane Harvey.

At last week’s City Council meeting, we had the honor of accepting a check from Mudra Inc. from proceeds the group raised at a Hurricane Harvey benefit. Niagara Cares, the philanthropic division of Niagara Bottling, LLC pledged thousands of dollars to local relief efforts, and other companies have provided assistance as well.

This will be a common theme I mention today, but our community partners and the relationships that many of our commercial partners have made with us are crucial to our success as we remain fiscally responsible and conservative. FEMA mitigation specialists were at the Home Depot last week and Lowe’s this week to provide free information, tips and literature on making homes stronger and safer.

The Lowe's Home Improvement Charitable and Educational Foundation (LCEF) announced in 2017 that the City received a $50,000 grant for the Quail Valley North Park Playground Replacement project. We earned the highest level of funding from LCEF to replace playground equipment that was destroyed by an arsonist and had not been replaced yet due to limited resources.

Our partners again at Niagara Bottling were a committed partner for our Parks and Recreation team. Recently, they committed $75,000 for improvements to existing equipment in Community Park and $25,000 for the construction of our future Skatepark.

Missouri City also capped off 2017 by being the recipient of three grant awards for Parks & Recreation programming: the National Recreation and Park Association’s Walk With Ease Instructor Training Grant, the United States Tennis Association’s Blended Lines Grant and a U.S. Lacrosse First Stick Program grant.

This smart financial approach to reinvesting in existing parks facilities and programs allowed City staff to branch out into exciting new areas, including the launch of our new MCTX Lacrosse program and competitive team, the Mayhem, and our inaugural MCTX FEST, an event highlighting local food, art and music, which, with the help of numerous City departments, became a City event with approximately 3,000 attendees throughout the day.

One new relationship I am especially proud of is with the Snowdrop Foundation, who for the first time this year chose to host their internationally recognized ULTRA 55 Hour Race and Relay in Missouri City’s Buffalo Run Park over the New Year’s holiday.

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400 runners from across the US either ran or walked a one-mile loop for 55 straight hours or created an up to nine-person relay team, all to raise funds for the Snowdrop Foundation.

Through this charity-sporting event, thousands of dollars are raised to provide college scholarships for childhood cancer patients and survivors as well as provide pediatric cancer research grants. I am excited to say that on April 2, my fellow Council Members and I approved fee waivers for the Snowdrop Ultra 55 Hour Race & Relay to return again this year to Buffalo Run Park and host the sixth annual race in Missouri City.

Our 501c3 Parks Foundation is currently in the midst of its first strategic priority, the future Veterans Memorial slated for construction in the City Hall Complex. The Memorial is set to be the signature and kickoff project for our City Hall placemaking initiative.

Efforts are under way now to engage private citizens, foundations and corporate partners to help us achieve our $1.5 million-dollar goal. The venture will be done in two phases and each will have a project cost of $750,000. Our goal is to complete fundraising by June, 2018.

Our partnerships are not only helping us build new infrastructure but almost make future lasting commitments to our scenic City. In 2017, Parks staff directed the Houston Area Urban Forestry Tree Planting Competition, which resulted in 2,078 trees being planted at Buffalo Run Park, Community Park and Oyster Creek Trail.

Only 160 of the 2,078 trees were purchased through City funds. The remainder were donated by families and private corporations. Also in 2017, 24 trees were planted in the Memorial Tree Program. Overall, the Department received 16 grants and numerous donations for Urban Forestry activities, valued at $53,670.

Staff will also continue to manage our first-class amenities including the Quail Valley Golf Course and the City Centre. In the last year, we had record play at the award-winning golf Course and hosted dozens of corporate, civic and family events at the City Centre.

In fact, Quail Valley Golf Course hosted more than 136,000 guests and 60,180 rounds of golf, and, the City Centre hosted 161 corporate and charity events and 364 non-golf events.

The City’s excellent financial stewardship has earned us a AA score from Standard & Poor’s Global Rating, an Aa2 score from Moody’s Investors Service, the Government Finance Officers Association of U.S. and Canada’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 29 years, the GFOA’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Fi-

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nancial Reporting for the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for 34 years and, most recently, the State Comptroller’s Transparency Star in Traditional Finances , which recognizes entities for their outstanding efforts in making their spending and revenue information easily accessible online.

Financial Services and Communications partnered on this last initiative, and the process was achieved through our newly redesigned website, which has a customized department homepage and a unique URL for Financial Services. Residents and stakeholders may now go to www.mctxfinance.com and easily access recent and past financial transparency documents such as City Budgets, Quarterly Investment Reports, Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports, check registers and more.

The increase of the Show Me City’s score is great news for our first-class citizens, stakeholders and municipal employees who go above and beyond every day to achieve the City’s mission of delivering outstanding customer service to all members of our diverse community.

The City’s sound financial management that went into earning this upgrade further reflects our capacity to meet financial commitments throughout time.

In 2017, Missouri City residents voted to approve a change in the City’s Fiscal Year to Oct. 1 – Sept. 30.

With the changes in the budget cycle, planning for Fiscal Year 2019 has already begun. In the past few weeks, City Manager Anthony Snipes’ office has been meeting with all departments to discuss and review their proposed budget submissions.

Our financial transparency would not be the success it is without another area of growth - internal and external communications, which has been advanced through the redesign of the City’s main web presence, www.missouricitytx.gov and the launch of our first app—MCTX Mobile.

The redesign features streamlined pages, social media connections, branding for our City mission, vision, credo and code of ideals, customized department homepages, a portal for a livestream of MCTV and the ability to translate content into multiple languages that represent our cultural diversity.

I keep reiterating this, but partnerships are vital to our success, and, the web project is a great example of collaboration. It involved residents, City Council, stakeholders, employees from all departments, the University of Houston Master of Public Administration program, a market research firm that conducted an independent survey and public input symposium, and our website vendor.

Last June, our Communications team took home three TAMI awards in the following categories: · TAMI Award for Special Publication for the MCTX Fest, Mother's Day Cake Decorating and Community Night Out flyer · TAMI Award of Excellence for Electronic Newsletter, for the City Manager's Update · TAMI Award of Honor for Regular Program, for the MCTV series, Kids' Corner

Given out by the Texas Association for Municipal Information Officers, the Communications branch of the Texas Municipal League, the TAMI Awards are the highest achievement in the municipal information officer field, and I am extremely proud to see this team’s hard work recognized on such a large scale.

28, 2017, when Nextdoor invited the City’s Communications team to an appreciation breakfast at the Harris County Sheriff's Office for utilizing their website to assist residents during Harvey.

We thank our partners at Nextdoor for aiding us in informing residents and providing a platform for Show Me City citizens to foster community partnerships.

We greatly value and appreciate our private-public partnerships. As such, another area of growth and change has been through our Municipal Volunteer Program. Recently, City Manager Snipes approved a new Volunteer Program Manual that is in effect immediately. The newly adopted manual lists new guidelines and defined roles for both City staff and volunteers in the program and was adopted as part of the Fiscal Year 2018 business plan process.

Public-Private partnerships are especially crucial to our Public Safety Department. In 2017, Fire and Rescue Services launched a Community Engagement Plan to help the department maintain a positive community partnership.

Through this plan, our firefighters seek to create a collaborative relationship with people, use new or untapped systems and equipment that will evolve as impute is received from stakeholders.

Community engagement also extended into our Police Department’s 2017 initiatives, resulting in us making SafeHome.org’s 2017 list of the Safest Cities in the U.S., ranking No. 13 in Texas. SafeHome, which conducts reviews of home security systems, completed their ranking by looking at the FBI’s latest report of how many and what types of crimes occurred in each city over a single year; the city’s crime trends are also considered; the number of law enforcement officers compared to the population; and demographic metrics that are correlated to crime.

In 2017, we saw an almost across-the-board drop in total crime from the previous year. Our total Part 1 crimes, which includes murder, assault, robbery, larceny and motor vehicle theft, saw an overall 16 percent decrease. They are down to their lowest point in the previous five years. Property crime is also down by 24 percent from 2016 to 2017.

As for part 2 crimes, which includes forgery, fraud, embezzlement, vandalism, stolen property and disorderly conduct, amongst others, also saw a 16 percent decrease.

Yet another example of our HPO organization in action involves the City’s attention to addressing code violations.

In this Fiscal Year, Code Enforcement Officers have conducted about 5,967 inspections to date. That is almost 597 inspections per month; a significant metric given that our Code division only has a staff of 8 officers, and one supervisor.

This performance is reflective of the priority City Manager Anthony Snipes and his team has placed on maintaining our Platinum Scenic City status through the Nuisance Abatement Team, which consists of members of Code Enforcement, the Police Department, Municipal Court, Development Services, the City Manager’s Office, Communications and the Legal Department.

The performance is also reflective of the widespread utilization of SeeClickFix by residents citywide; this online reporting tool allows citizens to assist staff by directly notifying us of potential code issues around the community, thereby helping to improve operational efficiencies.

ipal Court, who has had an amazing year. Our Municipal Court team stepped up tremendously during Hurricane Harvey, working with our Public Information Officer to answer our citizen request line and respond to the hundreds of phone calls that came in 24 hours a day.

It should be no surprise that the team earned four awards at the Texas Court Clerks Association annual banquet for Extraordinary Achievement—Norma West; and Distinguished Service—Monika Whitsey, Tanya Munoz and Erika Gleghorn.

The team also earned an Honorable Mention – Traffic Safety Initiatives Award: Recognized by Texas Municipal Courts Education Center (TMCEC) for its outstanding and innovative contributions to increase traffic safety by preventing impaired driving in our community.

Now all of these achievements, across all departments, were accomplished through our partnerships as I’ve mentioned, and because we have a stellar staff of High Performing individuals.

We are proactive here in our search for these high-performing individuals. Last year, the City hosted its inaugural Job Fair, where more than 25 employers from Missouri City, Fort Bend and Harris County joined more than 1,000 residents and neighbors to register and/ or attend this event. We’re also in the midst of a salary and benefits survey and have an employee committee partnering with staff and our consultant team to provide insight into this process.

Earlier this month, City Manager Anthony Snipes hosted the inaugural Pinnacle HPO Awards Luncheon to recognize employees and managers in all departments for their excellence in public service and their commitment to the City’s values, programs and services. Mr. Snipes also presented employee of the year awards to Parks Superintendent, Barry Hamilton and Forester/Horticulturist, Paul Wierzbicki. Stacie Walker of the Communications Team was also recognized as Director of the year!

In the City’s 62 years of incorporation, we have come a long way, and we still have a long way to go just like all cities across our great nation. On the horizon here at home, our team will continue to maintain its focus on economic development initiatives, technology upgrades, the budget, improvement and expansion of infrastructure, management of the first-class amenities, community outreach and citizen collaborations.

And, we will continue to make headlines with our ongoing milestones. One near to my heart is our presentation of a Key to the City to our very own Travis Scott during Black History Month. He and so many other shining stars continue to make us proud.

Operationally, City values will remain central to the implementation and accomplishment of business plan goals. They also embody the SPIRIT of our quality programs and services, which means all employees focus on service, professionalism, innovation, respect, integrity and teamwork as they work on projects that impact economic development, the budget, public safety, capital improvement projects, technology upgrades and policies and procedures.

The City has achieved so much by being proactive and not reactive, by leveraging our resources and by building on our partnerships.

And through it all, we never lose sight of our City credo….Together, we excel!

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In 2014, I was the Democratic candidate on the ballot for Civil Court No. 2 in Harris County. I am running again in the 2018 election cycle for the 189th bench because I continue to believe the best way to improve Harris County is to make sure that everyone has "fair access to a fair forum." That means having experienced judges who bring people together to solve problems without bias, sympathy or prejudice. Everybody needs to know when they come to court they will be treated fairly by an experienced, knowledgeable judge. Justice matters. It's that simple. After practicing law for over 30 years, I'm experienced, efficient and enlightened enough to run a fair court for all.

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